Catarina Costa
Bermuda
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Bermuda Hospital Board-Gordon Ward, adept in medication and IV administration, and delivering compassionate patient care. Excelled in patient assessments and infection control, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in staff supervision and fluent in Portuguese, consistently fostering trustful relationships with patients and families.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bermuda Hospital Board- Gordon Ward
7 Point Finger Road, Paget DV04
08.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Participated in Job Interview Panel, in substitution of Clinical Manager.
- Oriented two Nurses under Residency Program.
- Provided assistance to fellow co-workers in regards to patients admission and/or discharge documentation.
- Suggested to Clinical Manager patient placement, having in consideration their mental capacity, safety precautions and level of care needed in order to maintain a balanced work load in each module.
- Attended to various Family Meetings and Monthly Multidisciplinary Team meetings, providing feedback of each patient and how the progress has been.
- Communicated with Clinical Manager any concerns that require expertise attention.
- Able to manage unexpected absences in order to have a completed work allocation, when designated as In-Charge Nurse.
Private Duty Nurse
Ilda Amaral
Azores
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Provided compassionate care for patient, resulting in positive feedback from families.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
- Managed wound care meticulously, preventing infections and promoting healing effectively.
- Assessed patient needs routinely, adjusting care plans as necessary for the best results.
- Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
Education
Postgraduate - Continuing And Palliative Care
University Institute of Health Sciences-CESPU
Gandra, Portugal05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Azores
Ponta Delgada06-2017
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Staff supervision
- Patient discharge
- Long-term care
- FLUENT IN [PORTUGUESE]
License and Certifications
Registered Nurse recognized by the Bermuda Nursing Council
RN05309
Bermuda Nurses Association
Member number 95
American Heart Association BLS Provider
Renew by Feb 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bermuda Hospital Board- Gordon Ward
08.2020 - Current
Private Duty Nurse
Ilda Amaral
01.2019 - 08.2020
Postgraduate - Continuing And Palliative Care
University Institute of Health Sciences-CESPU
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Azores